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February and Early March events at CCBC

Baltimore County, MD – The Community College of Baltimore County welcomes students and the community to its spring semester special events for February and early March. Since events or activities are sometimes added after this release, check out the CCBC website at www.ccbcmd.edu for the most up-to-date listing of events as well as any cancellations.

PRESIDENT’S DISTINGUISHED AFRICAN-AMERICAN LECTURE (Keynote speaker - Lisa Delpit)
Feb. 11, 11:10 a.m., Center for the Arts Theatre, CCBC Catonsville
African-American educator and researcher Lisa Delpit has been selected to deliver the 2016 Keynote address for the President’s Distinguished African-American Lecture. Her speech is entitled “Stereotype Threat and Other Challenges to Equitable Education.” Delpit’s research has focused on elementary education with a focus on language and literacy. She has also been concerned about issues relating to race and access granted to minority groups in education.
Free. Ticket’s required. Tickets available at the CCBC Student Life Offices and the Box Office 443-840-2787 (ARTS).

CCBC FACULTY RECITAL (Music Forum)
Feb. 12, 12:20 p.m., Recital Hall, Arts and Humanities Hall, CCBC Essex
The professional musicians of the CCBC music faculty presents a diverse program from classical to jazz, in solo and ensemble performances.
FREE! Open to the public. No reservations needed.

YOUNG MR. LINCOLN AND THE MOON (Astronomy Department)
Feb. 13, 10 a.m., Benjamin Banneker Planetarium, Mathematics and Science Hall, CCBC Catonsville
Learn how a young country lawyer uses the phases of the Moon to successfully defend a client in Illinois.
FREE. Open to the public. No reservations needed.

THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES (Cockpit in Court Summer Theatre Fundraiser)
Feb. 13, 7 p.m., Cabaret Theatre, College Community Center, CCBC Essex
This smash off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom where you meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline petticoats! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic ‘50s hits including “Lollipop,” “Dream Lover,” “Stupid Cupid,” and “Lipstick on Your Collar.” In Act Two the Wonderettes reunite to take the stage and perform at their ten-year reunion. We learn about the highs and lows the girls have experienced in the past decade and are charmed to find that no matter what life throws their way, they will conquer it together. Featuring over 30 classic ’50s and ’60s hits, The Marvelous Wonderettes will keep you smiling in this must-take musical trip down memory lane!
Tickets are $25 each.
CCBC Box Office at 443-840-ARTS (2787)

ANNUAL HONORS PROGRAM ALUMNI DAY LUNCHEON
Feb. 15, 12:15 p.m., College Community Center Lounge, CCBC Essex
Open to current and former Honors Program students only.
Call 443-840-1850 for more information.

MILFORD MILL ACADEMY CONCERT CHORALE (Music Forum)
Feb. 19, 12:20 p.m., Recital Hall, Arts and Humanities Hall, CCBC Essex
In celebration of African-American History Month, the Milford Mill Concert Chorale, under the direction of Thaddeus Price, will present a varied program of spirituals, gospel selections and music of African-American composers.
FREE! Open to the public. No reservations needed.

NEW MUSIC – OUR MUSIC (Music Forum)
Feb. 26, 12:20 p.m., Recital Hall, Arts and Humanities Hall, CCBC Essex
CCBC Professor Patti Crossman will facilitate a session on music theory, improvisation and contemporary techniques. Workshop designed for CCBC Music Majors, but others with a music theory background are welcome to attend.
FREE! Open to the public. No reservations needed.

SEALANT SATURDAY (CCBC Dental Hygiene Program and Maryland Dental Hygienists’ Association)
Feb. 27, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Dental Arts Center, CCBC Dundalk
Sealant Saturday is an annual community outreach program sponsored by the CCBC Dental Hygiene Program and the Maryland Dental Hygienists’ Association. The event will provide clear, colorless, protective coatings (sealants) on permanent molar teeth for children ages six through 17 years to help prevent tooth decay. Every child must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian in order to receive treatment.
FREE. Appointments are required. To request an appointment, call 443-840-3340 and provide a daytime phone number where you can be reached to schedule an appointment.

MARCH
STUDENT RECITAL (Music Forum)
March 4, 12:20 p.m., Recital Hall, Arts and Humanities Hall, CCBC Essex
Students studying applied music at CCBC Essex will perform selections in a variety of musical styles.
FREE! Open to the public.

COLLEGE FAIR 2016 (CCBC and Baltimore County Public Schools)
March 8, 6-8 p.m. Wellness and Athletics Center, CCBC Essex
March 9, 6-8 p.m., Jack Manley Wellness and Athletics Center, CCBC Catonsville
College Fair gives high school students the opportunity to meet with more than 100 college and university representatives and learn about their programs and activities. Co-sponsored by Community College of Baltimore County and Baltimore County Public Schools.
Call 443-840-4304 for more information.

CHARM CITY JUNCTION (Music Forum)
March 11, 12:20 p.m., Recital Hall, Arts and Humanities Hall, CCBC Essex
CCBC celebrates Celtic Heritage Month with dance inducing Old Time rhythms and foot-stomping Irish melodies to hard-driving Blue grass. Charm City Junction is a Baltimore-based ensemble features four of the most talented and promising acoustic musicians: Patrick McAvinue on fiddle, Brad Kolodner on clawhammer banjo, Sean McComiskey on button accordion and Alex Lacquement on upright bass.
FREE! Open to the public.

ONGOING ACTIVITIES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
VISIT CCBC!
Discover CCBC Information Sessions
Information on academic and career programs, how to become a CCBC student, where to find resources to pay for college and much more. If you are a high school senior, parent, college transfer student or adult returning to college, this session is perfect for you.

Thursday Tours
Invest an hour and envision yourself as a CCBC college student as you tour the campus with a current student and learn why CCBC is your best college choice.
Visit www.ccbcmd.edu/infosessions to register online or call 443-840-1377.

TECHNICAL TRAINING OPEN HOUSE (Continuing Education)
Ongoing – First Friday of every month, 1-2 p.m., CCBC Randallstown
Call 443-840-4700 for details and to register.

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